Adventure Travel and Tours Abroad

Adventure
Travel: Solo or in a Small Group? by
Lies Ouwerkerk, Senior Contributing Editor
An exploration of the pros and cons of solo and
group adventure travel abroad by a very experienced globetrotter who has explored many
remote regions.

Adventure
Travel in a Group by R.M. O'Brien
An adventure tour leader describes both the pros and cons
of leaving some travel decisions to others, and
offers resources for those who wish to go on small
group tours with an emphasis on responsible tourism.

Four
Ways You Are Already An Explorer by
Amy Gigi Alexander
"Exploration today is about our own human
potential—whether it is an inner journey or
one based on discovery outside of ourselves."

Adventure
Travel as a Senior by Dorothy
Conlon
A unique perspective by an experienced senior describing
her many adventurous travels around the globe,
sharing some of her many memories.

Adventure
Travel Abroad Participant Reports

Camping Safari in South Africa, Namibia, Botswana and Zimbabwe by Lies Ouwerkerk, Senior Contributing Editor
A series of illustrated adventures through remarkable regions and countries in Africa while in a small group, camping and seeing spectacular wildlife and natural wonders, and meeting local people along the way.

Adventure Travel in Stunning Andorra by Senior Contributing Editor Lies Ouwerkerk
The beautiful small Principality of Andorra, between Spain and France, is a great place for adventure travel and sports.

Around
the World by Sailboat by Andy
Schnell
The euphoria and the realities of traveling around
the world on a large sailboat, with advice and
resources on how to find such adventurous life-changing
travel and even work.

Call
of the Arctic: Voyage by Icebreaker Ship
Along the Edge of the World by
Lies Ouwerkerk
Traveling on an icebreaker had been on my wish
list for quite a long time. Polar expeditions do
not come cheap, however, as icebreakers are extremely
expensive to run, due to high fuel costs and crew/staff—passenger
ratio. But when an extra work contract fell unexpectedly
into my lap this year, I jumped on the sudden opportunity
to make my dream come true.

Travel
by Cargo Ship Around the World by
Friedel Rother
The many advantages of travel by cargo ship, which
is at once adventurous, practical, and often cheaper than other modes to arrive in exotic lands.

Adventure
on Samos Island in Greece by Donia Lilly
A tour of the natural and cultural
attractions of the relatively unknown island of Samos, Greece
and a description of how adventure sports tourism may help contribute
to sustaining its natural beauty and economy.

An Adventure Trekking
in Patagonia, Argentina Hiking through
Patagonia in Argentina and visiting the local Indian community is a rich experience.
The author provides tips and resources should you wish to explore
the region and contribute to the local community.

Hot
Air Ballooning in Cappadocia, Turkey by Alison Gardner An exhilarating trip
in a hot air balloon over the volcanic landscapes and stone-house
communities in Cappadocia, Turkey. Resources
for ballooning in beautiful locations around the world.